retire

verb B1

Meaning

To retire means to stop working, usually because you are old enough to receive a pension.
💡 People often confuse "retire" with "retirement," which is the noun form.

Example Sentences

I do not want to retire from my job yet .
My father plans to retire next year and travel more .
When do you plan to retire from your job ?

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